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Farro with Blister Tomato and Pesto
Farro with Blister Tomato and Pesto - a delightful Caprese-inspired salad with a twist! This rustic dish combines nutty farro with sweet and tangy blistered tomatoes and roasted red onions, all brought together by basil pesto. Topped with creamy Navy or Great Northern beans, it's a satisfying and hearty meal that will leave you craving for more. It's a great Italian-inspired summer salad.
Ingredients
Instructions
Cook Farro
- Step 1
Rinse 1 cup of farro under cold water.
- Step 2
In a large covered pot of well-salted water add farro.
- Step 3
Bring to a medium boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until tender yet slightly chewy. Drain any excess liquid.
Roast Vegetables
- Step 4
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Step 5
Toss red onion wedges and cherry tomatoes with a little olive oil on a sheet pan
- Step 6
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Step 7
Roast for 15-20 minutes until the tomatoes blister and onions caramelize.
Assemble the Dish
- Step 8
In a large serving bowl, combine cooked farro, navy beans and roasted vegetables.
- Step 9
Add the desired amount of pesto, starting with a few spoonfuls and adjusting to taste. Mix well.
- Step 10
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish and sprinkle with grated lemon zest.
- Step 11
Optional: Top with fresh basil.
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